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Motilium is a brand-name preparation of the medication domperidone that is used to treat some digestive issues. The Food and Drug Administration has expressed concern about unapproved uses of domperidone.
Description
Domperidone, the active ingredient of Motilium, is used to stimulate the action of the muscles of the digestive system, according to the Mayo Clinic.
Features
Motilium can clear up nausea and vomiting caused by some of the medications used in the management of Parkinson's disease, according to the Mayo Clinic.
Geography
Motilium has not been approved for use in the United States, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and is not available for sale or purchase in the U.S.
Misuse
Some women incorrectly use domperidone in order to increase their lactation, or milk production, according to the FDA.
Warning
Motilium has not been approved by any country to increase lactation, and the FDA cautions pregnant women not to use it.
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